Sanyo VPC-R1 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL VPC-R1EX
VPC-R1E
VPC-R1
Digital Camera
Important note
This manual explains how to safely operate the digital camera.
Any information regarding only one of these products will be labeled as such.
Please read these instructions carefully before using the digital camera. Make sure
to read and understand the section “USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY
AND CORRECTLY” from pages 3 to 12. Keep this manual in a safe place for later
reference.

Warning
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
FOR AMERICAN USERS
œThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
œReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
œIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
œConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
œConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
œChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Tested To Comply With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
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Model Number : VPC-R1
Trade Name : SANYO
Responsible party : SANYO FISHER COMPANY
Address : 21605 Plummer Street, Chatsworth, California 91311
Telephone No. : [phone]
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FOR CANADIAN USERS
œThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Declaration of Conformity
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BEFORE READING THE MANUAL
Apple, Macintosh and QuickTime are trademark or registered trademarks of
Apple Computer, Inc.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation and handed over to
CFA (CompactFlash Association).
All other company and product names are registered trademarks or
trademarks of their respective owners.
Regarding the data storage media
œThis digital camera uses CompactFlash cards for data storage. In this
manual, the CompactFlash card is referred to as the “card.”
Caution
œIt is forbidden to copy this manual, whole or in part, without prior written
permission.
œAll images and illustrations given in this manual are for explanation
purposes and may differ slightly from the actual product. Also, actual
specifications are subject to change without prior notice and therefore may
differ from the contents of this manual.
œSanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any problems resulting from
the use of this digital camera.
œSanyo Electric declines all responsibility for damages due to improper use
of the camera, failure to adhere to the instructions given in this manual, or
repairs or changes done by those other than a technician authorized by the
manufacturer.
œSanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any damage caused by
optional devices or consumable items used with the digital camera other
than those supplied with the digital camera or those specified by Sanyo
Electric.
œSanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any losses or loss of
revenue resulting from the loss of data caused by the malfunction, or the
repairing of a malfunction, of the digital camera.
œThe images captured with this camera will differ in quality from pictures
taken with a standard film camera.
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Symbols used in this manual
HINT More detailed explanations or cautionary notes.
NOTE Extra information about camera features and terminology.
HELP In case of problems, this may help in certain situations.
CAUTION Points requiring special caution.
v: Explanation for still images
x: Explanation for sequential shots
w: Explanation for video clips
You can select different languages for the LCD monitor display (see page
67). Please note, however, that the display examples and the indications
in this manual are quoted only from the English version.
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CONTENTS
USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY . . . . . . . 3
CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
BPREPARATION
PART NAMES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
INSTALLING THE CARD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
BSHOOTING
3 SHOOTING MODES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
SHOOTING STILL IMAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
SEQUENTIAL SHOTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
VIDEO CLIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
BPLAYBACK
3 PLAYBACK MODES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
PLAYING BACK STILL IMAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
PLAYING BACK SEQUENTIAL SHOTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
PLAYING BACK VIDEO CLIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
BSHOOTING APPLICATIONS
SHOOTING SETTINGS SCREEN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
ADJUSTING THE IMAGE QUALITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
TAKING PICTURES WITHOUT USING THE LCD MONITOR
[v] [x] [w] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
TAKING CLOSE-UP PICTURES (MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY)
([v] [x] [w]). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
USING THE SELF-TIMER [v] [x] [w] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
USING THE FLASH [v] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
EXPOSURE CORRECTION [v][x] [w] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
USING THE ZOOM [v] [x] [w]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
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BPLAYBACK APPLICATIONS
PLAYING IMAGES IN A SLIDE SHOW [v] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
MAGNIFYING (ZOOMING IN) THE IMAGE [v] [x] [w] . . . . . . . . 49
BOTHER FUNCTIONS
COPYING IMAGES [x] [w] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
PROTECTING/ERASING IMAGE DATA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
COPYING TO THE CARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
USING WITH A COMPUTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
PRESERVING THE RECORDED IMAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
REQUESTING PRINTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
BSETTINGS & CHECKS
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
SETTING THE OPERATION SOUND. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
CHANGING THE DISPLAY LANGUAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY CHARGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
CHECKING THE REMAINING NUMBER OF IMAGES AND
RECORDING TIME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
BAPPENDICES
TROUBLESHOOTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
ICON INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
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USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND
CORRECTLY
CONCERNING THE DIGITAL CAMERA
WARNING
BIf the digital camera makes a strange noise, emits a strange
odor, or if smoke comes out from it, immediately turn off the
power and remove the batteries
œIf the digital camera is used under these conditions, it may
cause a fire or electric shock. Immediately turn off the
digital camera, remove the batteries, and wait to make sure
no more smoke comes from the digital camera. Then take it
to the dealer for service. Do not try to repair or open the
digital camera yourself.
BDo not modify or open the cabinet
œHigh voltage circuits are inside, and there is a high risk of
fire or electric shock if they are touched. Any internal check,
setting, or repair should be performed by the dealer.
BDo not use while driving
œDo not capture images, play back images, or watch the
LCD monitor while driving a vehicle. Doing so may cause
an accident.
œBe careful where you put down the digital camera inside an
automobile. During sudden stops or turns it may fall behind
the brake pedal and prevent braking.
œWhen using the digital camera while walking, be very
careful of your surroundings and especially the traffic to
avoid accidents.
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BBe aware of your surroundings when using the digital
camera
œPay close attention to your surroundings when using the
digital camera. Failure to do so may lead to an accident or
injury.
œDo not use the digital camera inside an airplane or
elsewhere where its use may be restricted.
BDo not get the digital camera wet
œThis digital camera is not water-resistant. Do not allow it to
get wet for it may cause a fire or electric shock.
œDo not use the digital camera in a bathroom.
œIf the digital camera gets wet, immediately turn it off and
remove the batteries. Then take it to the dealer for repair.
Using the digital camera after it has become wet may cause
a fire, electric shock, or other accident.
BDo not use during a storm
œTo avoid the risk of being struck by lightning, do not use the
digital camera during a thunderstorm. In particular, if used
in an open field, you have an increased chance of being
struck by lightning. Quickly seek refuge in a place that will
protect you from lightning.
BDo not place on an unstable surface
œThe digital camera may fall, resulting in damage to the
digital camera or injury.
œIf the digital camera has fallen and its body is damaged,
turn off the digital camera, remove the batteries, and take it
to the dealer for repair. Using the digital camera after its
body has been damaged may cause a fire or electric shock.
BDo not look through the digital camera into the sun
œDo not look through the digital camera at the sun or any
other strong source of light. Doing so may seriously injure
your eyes.
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USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY
(CONCERNING THE DIGITAL CAMERA)
WARNING
BDo not use the flash close to a person’s face
œTo prevent possible eye injury, do not use the flash near a
person’s face (especially young children or babies). If the
flash is used close to a person’s opened eyes, there is a
risk that it may damage that person’s eyesight.
BDo not use where there is risk of explosion
œDo not use the digital camera in a location where there is
explosive gas, or any other flammable material in the air.
Doing so may cause a fire or an explosion.
BKeep the digital camera out of the reach of children
œThe following may happen if children play with the digital
camera:
œThey may wrap the strap around their neck and suffocate.
œThey may swallow the batteries or other small parts. In
such a case, consult a physician immediately.
œThey may damage their eyesight if the flash goes off too
close to their eyes.
œThey may get hurt by the digital camera.
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BConcerning the Batteries
Concerning the supplied alkaline batteries
œFollow all the warnings indicated below to prevent the batteries from
leaking, overheating, exploding, catching fire, or becoming damaged.
œDo not install with the polarities ((+) and (–)) reversed.
œDo not heat the batteries or throw them into a fire.
œDo not allow metal objects to touch the terminals. Do not carry loose with
necklaces, hairpins, etc.
œDo not transform, open, or modify.
œDo not put in water or any liquid, or get the terminals wet.
œDo not remove or puncture the external wrapping.
œDo not use if there is leaking, swelling, rising temperature, discoloration,
or any other abnormal condition.
œKeep out of the reach of children.
œDo not drop, hit, or submit the batteries to strong shocks.
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USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY
(CONCERNING THE DIGITAL CAMERA)
General precautions for the batteries
œUse the alkaline batteries or other specified batteries with this
digital camera. Manganese batteries cannot be used, since they
have a short battery life and may overheat, causing damage to the
digital camera.
œDo not use alkaline batteries together with Ni-Cd batteries, or batteries
of different types or different brands at the same time.
œMake sure not to reverse the polarities ((+) and (–)) when installing the
batteries. Install the batteries as described by the indicated polarity.
œUsing different types of batteries at the same time may generate heat
or cause the batteries to leak, resulting in fire, injury or burns, or
damage to the digital camera and other nearby objects.
œUse only specified batteries. Using batteries without protective casings
or other inferior products may cause a fire, injury, or burns.
œThe batteries may be warm immediately after the digital camera
is used. If removing the batteries, turn off the digital camera and
allow the batteries to cool down before removing them.
œIf a battery is leaking and the electrolyte gets on your skin or
clothing, immediately rinse with clean water. If the electrolyte
gets into your eyes, you risk losing your eyesight. Immediately
rinse your eyes with clean, running water, and seek medical attention right
away.
œDo not drop or hit the batteries, or submit them to strong shocks.
œIf the digital camera is not going to be used for a long period of time,
remove the batteries and store them in a cool place. (When the batteries
are removed for a long period, the time and date settings will be cleared.)
œWhen disposing of the batteries, make sure to follow all applicable
regulations.
œIf used at temperatures below 10°C, the service life of the batteries will be
shorter than normal (except lithium batteries (CR-V3)).
œWhen using rechargeable batteries, use them after being fully charged.
œAlways read the instruction manuals that may come with the batteries or
the battery charger you purchase before use.
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CAUTION
BCautions when carrying the digital camera
œDo not walk around holding the digital camera by the
hand-strap. It may hit other objects and get damaged.
When walking around, hold the digital camera in your hand
or place it in a pocket.
œBe careful not to drop the digital camera or subject it to
strong shocks.
œMake sure direct sunlight does not hit the digital camera
lens, since that may damage the internal parts. When not
using the digital camera, be sure to always turn off the
digital camera and keep the lens cover closed.
BCautions during use and storage
œThis digital camera is a precision instrument. When using or
storing the digital camera, make sure to avoid the following
locations to privent damage.
œPlaces in direct sunlight
œPlaces where humidity and temperature are high
œPlaces that may get wet
œPlaces close to an air conditioner or heater
œInside a car
œPlaces where there is dust and dirt
œPlaces where there is a fire burning
œPlaces where volatile products are stored
œPlaces subject to vibration
œTemperature 0 to 40°C (operation)
–20 to 60°C (storage)
œHumidity 30 to 90% (operation, no condensation)
10 to 90% (storage, no condensation)
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USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY
Concerning the Accessories
CAUTION
BCautions concerning the use of the AC adaptor
œUse only the separately sold AC adaptor (model VAR-G5EX for the
VPC-R1EX, model VAR-G5E for the VPC-R1E and model VAR-G5U for
the VPC-R1) with your digital camera. Do not use an AC adaptor other than
the one indicted here, designed for specific use with your digital camera.
œIf an AC adaptor other than the specified one is used, it may damage the
digital camera and cause a fire or electric shock.
œWhen using an AC adaptor continuously, remove the batteries. Otherwise,
batteries may cause excess heat, leakage, injuries, or damage to nearby
objects.
œFor complete information on how to use the AC adaptor, refer to the
instructions accompanying the AC adaptor.
BCautions concerning the CompactFlash
œImmediately after use, the CompactFlash will be very hot. Before removing
the CompactFlash, turn off the digital camera and wait for the temperature
to cool down.
œKeep out of the reach of children. Young children may put the media in their
mouth and choke or cause some other unexpected injury or accident.
For correct use of your digital camera
BCautions before capturing important images
œBefore capturing important images, make sure that the digital camera is
operating properly and in condition to capture the image properly.
œSanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any losses that result
from images that could not be recorded, are erased, destroyed, or
damaged in any way due to a problem with the digital camera, any of its
accessories, or its software.
BCautions concerning copyrights
œThe images you capture with your digital camera are for your own
private use, any other use may violate the rights of copyrights owners.
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BCautions when cleaning the digital camera
œDo not use benzene or thinner products to clean the digital camera. Doing
so may cause deformation, discoloration, or peeling of paint. When using a
chemically treated cloth, carefully read its instructions and warnings.
œDo not spray insecticides or volatile sprays on the digital camera. Do not
leave rubber or vinyl objects against the digital camera for a long period.
They may cause deformation, discoloration, or peeling of paint.
Cleaning procedure
1 Turn off the digital camera and remove the batteries.
2 Remove the dirt with a soft cloth.
3 If the digital camera is extremely dirty, wipe with a soft cloth
moistened with a mild detergent diluted with water and wrung dry.
BCautions concerning the batteries and their terminals
œPeriodically clean with a dry cloth the terminals of the batteries ((+) and (–))
and the terminals located in the battery compartment of the digital camera.
œDo not touch the battery terminals or the terminals in the battery
compartment of the digital camera with your bare hands. Doing so will allow
contaminants from your hands to adhere to the terminals and oxidize,
increasing the contact resistance. If the contact resistance increases, the
usable life of the batteries will diminish.
BCautions when cleaning the lens
œIf the lens gets dirty, use a commercially available air blower or a cleaning
cloth for photographic equipment to clean it.
BWhen not using the digital camera for a long period
œRemove the batteries. However, when the batteries are removed for a long
time, the digital camera functions may begin to not work properly.
Periodically reinstall the batteries and check the digital camera functions.
œIf the batteries are left in the digital camera, a small amount of power is still
used even if the digital camera is turned off. If the batteries are left in the
digital camera for a long period, they may become completely discharged.
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BCautions concerning condensation
œUsing the digital camera with condensation inside it may damage the digital
camera.
Be careful of condensation under the following conditions:
œWhen moving the digital camera suddenly from a cold place to a warm
place.
œWhen the ambient temperature changes drastically, such as when a heater
is turned on to quickly heat the room.
œWhen the digital camera is placed in the path of cool air from an air
conditioner.
œWhen the digital camera is placed in a location of high humidity.
If condensation seems likely to form
œPlace the digital camera in a plastic bag and seal it, and then wait until the
digital camera has reached the ambient temperature.
BCautions concerning data storage
œIt is recommended that any important data be copied onto a separate
media (such as a hard disk, MO disk, or CD-R disk).
œData stored in the internal memory of this camera or on the CompactFlash
may be lost (or corrupted). Sanyo Electric will not be held responsible for
any damage or lost profits arising from the loss of data.
œIf the CompactFlash or the camera is used incorrectly.
œIf the CompactFlash is not inserted correctly into the digital camera.
œIf the CompactFlash or the internal memory is subjected to electrical or
mechanical shocks or other forces.
œIf the CompactFlash is removed from the digital camera or if the digital
camera is turned off during reading or writing operations.
œIf the CompactFlash or the internal memory has reached the end of its
usable life.
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BCautions when handling the CompactFlash
œThe CompactFlash card is a precision device. Do not bend, drop, or
subject it to strong forces or shocks.
œAvoid using or storing the CompactFlash card in places with extremely high
or low temperatures, subject to direct sunlight, in a completely closed
vehicle, near air conditioners or heaters, or in humid or dusty locations.
œAvoid using or storing the CompactFlash card in locations where strong
static electrical charges or electrical noise can be easily generated.
œDo not allow the edges of the CompactFlash card to become contaminated
with foreign materials. Gently wipe away any contamination with a soft, dry
cloth.
œWhen not using the CompactFlash card, put it back into the protective
cover to protect it from damage due to static electricity.
œDo not carry the CompactFlash card inside trouser pockets, since it may
become damaged when you sit down or make other movements that may
apply force.
œBefore using an unused card, make sure to format it using the digital
camera (see page 19).
œWhen buying separately sold or commercially available products, carefully
read the instructions and warnings that come with them.
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CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
œHand-strap œ4 alkaline batteries
œDedicated USB interface
cable
œSoftware: CD-ROM
(Sanyo Software Pack)
USING THE HAND-STRAP
Attach the supplied hand-strap to the digital camera to aid
in carrying.
Bend the looped end to slip it through the strap holder.
Other separately sold devices
œAC adaptor (Model: VAR-G5EX/E/U)
AC adaptor for use with your digital camera
œCompactFlash (Model: KA-DSM-C32G)
32 MB capacity CompactFlash memory card
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PART NAMES
Front
1Shutter release button
2Viewfinder
3Flash
4USB terminal
For connecting to a computer with the
supplied USB interface cable.
5Self-timer indicator
6Lens
7DC IN terminal (for external DC power
input)
For connecting the VAR-G5EX/E/U AC
Adapter (sold separately).
8Macro switch
9Lens cover
Rear
1[MODE] button
2Main switch
3Viewfinder
4Standby indicator
5Card slot cover
6Strap holder
7Battery compartment cover
8LCD monitor
9[SET] button
FArrow button
œDuring use, the area around the LCD monitor
may become warm. This is normal and does
not indicate a malfunction.
œYou may see some black and white dots in
the LCD monitor. This is normal and does not
indicate a malfunction.
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INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
Use the four alkaline batteries. To use other batteries, please see “To use
other batteries”on page 16, and choose batteries suitable for use with this
camera.
1Set the main switch to [MONITOR OFF] or [Õ].
2Close the lens cover.
3Open the battery compartment cover on the
bottom of the camera.
œSlide the cover out, then open it.
4Insert the batteries.
œMake sure the polarity (+ and –) of the batteries
is as indicated.
5Close the battery compartment cover.
œSlide the cover in the direction of the arrow until a click is heard.
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